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Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri
A daily podcast that focuses on stories all across Missouri. Show Me Today offers unique perspectives on our state while being fun and entertaining.
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- Show Me Today - The Voice of Missouri
St. Louis University Pilots Soar To New Heights
A St. Louis University team of pilots recently competed in the annual all-female Air Race. Sophomore Bella Castro and recent grads Jocelyn Ciatti and Sidney…
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Missouri Angler Michael Harlin Completes Remarkable Comeback to Win Bassmaster Open on Upper Mississippi River
Redemption is a word that gets thrown around a lot in sports, but for Missouri angler Michael Harlin, it's the perfect description. Just four months after a…
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Missouri's largest firework store sees massive jump in sales ahead of "America 250"
The Fireworks Superstore in Hannibal is seeing around a 20% increase in Fourth of July sales. That is the kind of influx America 250 celebrations are bracing…
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Could a Devastating Earthquake Happen in Missouri? Expert Explains After Venezuela Disaster (LISTEN)
Two massive earthquakes, measuring magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, struck Venezuela just 39 seconds apart, causing widespread destruction, collapsing buildings, and…
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Missouri Fishing Myths Busted: What Anglers Get Right and Wrong About Summer Bass Fishing
If you've spent any time around a boat ramp, bait shop, or fishing dock, you've probably heard plenty of advice about catching bass in the summer. Fish only…
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Nutrition Goals for Missouri Summers: Healthy Food Swaps That Don't Sacrifice Flavor
Summer often inspires people to take a closer look at their eating habits, but healthy eating doesn't have to mean bland food, strict diets, or giving up your…
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Missouri Entrepreneur Builds a Pet Boutique Around Unique Treats, Dog Nutrition and Happy Tails
If you're a dog owner, you've probably spent plenty of time searching for the perfect treat for your four-legged friend. But what if that treat was a kangaroo…
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Missouri Fans Won't Believe What the World Cup Felt Like Inside Kansas City's Electric Atmosphere
Kansas City has spent years preparing for the biggest sporting event on the planet, and now it's finally happening. Thousands of fans from around the world…
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Movie Expert Patrick McDonald on Why the New DC Universe Is Missing Superman's Heart
June delivered some of the year's biggest movies, from Masters of the Universe and Supergirl to Steven Spielberg's latest blockbuster. But which films are…
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The 4th of July BBQ Trick Missouri Pitmaster Megan Day Says Everyone Should Try This Year
The Fourth of July means grills firing up across Missouri, but your holiday menu doesn't have to be the same every year. Award-winning pitmaster Megan Day of…
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Missouri’s elder abuse report causes concern over jump
In 2025, Missouri cases jumped in the number of reports of abuse and neglect among seniors and adults with disabilities. Alisa Nelson talks to Tim Jackson with…
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New Priority Projects List Shows Major Freight Investments Ahead for Missouri and St. Louis
Billions of dollars in freight projects are planned across the St. Louis region—and they could have a major impact across Missouri. Matt Pilger talks with Mary…
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"I've never seen a series reprint faster." KC Comics and Art gives the scoop
DC Comics' "Absolute" series has become one of the most popular in quite some time. Cameron Conner discusses the storyline with Crossroads Comics and Art…
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From the Secret War to Building Communities in Missouri
The Vietnam War left a lasting impact far beyond Southeast Asia. One of the lesser-known stories is that of the Hmong people, an ethnic group that fought…
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St. Louis University Pilots Compete In All-Female Air-Race
A St. Louis University team of pilots recently competed in the annual all-female Air Race. Sophomore Bella Castro and recent grads Jocelyn Ciatti and Sidney…
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Why Downsized Motors Are Failing Faster and Why Missourians Are Keeping Cars Longer Than Ever
David Finkelstein joins Show Me Today to discuss two big trends hitting drivers right now. First, concerns are growing around newer vehicles that use smaller…
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Breaking Down The Jobs: Amazon Data Center Plans Bring Big Impact To East-Central Missouri
One of the largest investments in Missouri is taking shape in Montgomery City. Matt Pilger sat down with Montgomery County Commissioner Ryan Poston to talk…
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Helping young adults thrive: The goal of LifeLaunch Missouri
Show Me Today is joined by Grace Chapel, youth and family liaison for Early Psychosis Care. This topic covers supporting teens and young adults during critical…
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Liberty High School Graduate From Missouri Helps Texas Repeat As Women’s College World Series Champions
From Missouri to the top of college softball, Ashton Maloney is celebrating back-to-back Women’s College World Series titles with Texas. Matt Pilger caught up…
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Missouri Expert: Rainy Spring = More Mosquitoes
It’s been a wetter-than-normal spring in Missouri. University of Missouri Extension Entomologist Emily Althoff says a wet spring typically means more…
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From Greece To Columbia, Missouri Tradition Lives On At G&D Pizza And Steak
In Columbia, a third-generation family restaurant is keeping Greek traditions alive and customers coming back for generations. Matt Pilger sat down with G&D…
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How St. Louis Won the Bid to Host the 2028 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials
St. Louis has added another major sporting event to its growing resume. The city will host the 2028 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials, where America's top distance…
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MoDOT highlights rest area renovations, upgrades to improve Missouri travel
It’s time to hit the road and The State Department of Transportion wants travelers to feel more comfortable at rest areas and welcome centers across Missouri…
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Silver Dollar City Celebrates America's 250th Birthday with Patriotic Summer Fun
America's 250th birthday is just around the corner, and Silver Dollar City is combining patriotic traditions, family-friendly entertainment, classic American…
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Why More Drivers Are Keeping Older Cars, Using Mobile Service and Rethinking Wheel Alignments
If you have noticed it takes longer to get your vehicle into the shop these days, you're not imagining things. At the same time, many Americans are hanging on…
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Giraffe Crossing debut is just one way the KC Zoo and Aquarium holds itself above the standard
The Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium offers events to satisfy travelers from around the world, along with new upgrades to keep the diehards coming back. Cameron…
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How the Good Roads Movement helped transform Missouri’s muddy rural routes into modern highways
Before highways crisscrossed Missouri and before most rural routes were paved, getting from one town to another could mean mud in spring, dust in summer, and a…
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DHSS informs Missourians of the risks associated with legionella
Legionella and Legionnaires' disease are becoming more common in Missouri. This time of year, it is critical to maintain sanitary conditions on water wipes…
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Data Center Alley is a sign of what could be coming to Missouri
If Missouri is serious about data centers, there’s one place that’s already leading the way: Loudoun County, Virginia. Matt Pilger sat down with Mike Turner to…
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Missouri Department of Conservation Considers Permits For Camping
Camping on Missouri conservation areas has long been free and open to the public, but that could change in 2027. The Missouri Department of Conservation is…
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Missouri uses wastewater monitoring to prepare for FIFA World Cup visitors in Kansas City
As Kansas City welcomes visitors for FIFA World Cup matches, DHSS and other public health officials are using an unusual but effective tool to monitor…
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New visitors to Kansas City means opportunity for KC Starlight Theatre
75 years of the KC Starlight Theatre. An opportunity to see live performances under the stars in a setting only this region offers. Cameron Conner sits down…
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"Adulting" resources at the click of a button through LifeLaunch Missouri
LifeLaunch Missouri offers a resources tab on its website that assists youth in the challenge of becoming an adult. Grace Chapel, EPC Missouri youth and family…
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Missourians Challenged to Get Moving with 100 Miles in 100 Days Summer Fitness Program
Summer is a great time to get outside, get active, and maybe even meet a few new neighbors along the way. The University of Missouri Extension and the Missouri…
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National currency notes found in Missouri are historic and collectible
Among the items valuable to coin collectors are actually paper notes- issued more than a hundred years ago, but highly sought after. Collector and broker Dave…
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World Cup Crowds Sink Teeth In Missouri Cuisine
World Cup fans have been posting their impressions on social media about American foods, including Kansas City barbecue. Mike Burris of the Missouri Restaurant…
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National Dairy Month celebrates the nutrition, versatility and farmers behind Missouri's favorite dairy foods
June is National Dairy Month, a time to celebrate the milk, cheese, and yogurt many of us enjoy every day, while also recognizing the dairy farmers who make it…
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Rare Invasive Worm Wriggles Into St. Louis County Park
A visitor to Cliff Cave County Park south of St. Louis recently spotted an unusual sight, a rare invasive hammerhead worm. This species of worm is more common…
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Social Security Fund Running Low, What are Missourians Solutions?
The government reports that an important Social Security trust fund is projected to run out of money in 2032, a little sooner than projected. That means…
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Why the Katy Trail is one of Missouri’s greatest adventures
You’ve heard of the Katy Trail, but unless you've spent time on it, you may not realize just how remarkable it really is. Stretching 240 miles across the state…
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Kansas City’s World Cup revenue will be profitable but not at its projected amount, economist says
Fact or fiction: Will Kansas City’s World Cup revenue surpass its projected $650 million? Cameron Conner sits down with UMKC associate professor of economics…
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St. Louis built America's soccer tradition long before the World Cup spotlight arrived in Missouri
As the soccer world turns its attention to the Midwest with FIFA World Cup matches coming to Kansas City, it's a perfect time to look back at the rich soccer…
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Ralls County District Shifts Screen Time Approach As Missouri Effort Falls Short
Missouri lawmakers tried to limit student screen time this year, but that effort didn’t make it across the finish line. Now, one northeast Missouri school…
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Artist Of The Year Brings America’s 250th Murals To Missouri Towns
Murals celebrating America’s 250th birthday are starting to take shape across Missouri, thanks to one artist making a big impact. Matt Pilger sat down with…
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Sliced Bread Turns 98: Chillicothe to celebrate its slice of history
The “Greatest thing since sliced bread” saying is near and dear to the town of Chillicothe, where the first commercially-sliced bread was carved out. It’s so…
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Missouri Senator Eric Schmitt's Viral Congressional Baseball Game Catch Has Everyone Talking
From a viral play at the Congressional Baseball Game to a major immigration enforcement bill, it's been a busy week for Missouri Senator Eric Schmitt. We'll…
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Missouri Businesses See Penny Supply Improve After Shortage
Remember all those concerns about running out of pennies across Missouri? Well, things are starting to turn around. Matt Pilger caught up with Missouri Bankers…
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Ways to Fight “I’m bored” this summer in Missouri
If you are looking for screen-free and couch-free activities for your kids this summer, the Missouri Department of Conservation has a list of ways to keep them…
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“Super El Nino” not as scary as social media would have you believe, says Missouri climatologist
What’s being called a “super” El Niño by people on social media is developing in the Pacific Ocean. State Climatologist Zach Leasor at the University of…
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LifeLaunch has eight dimensions to prep Missouri's youth for the adult world
LifeLaunch Missouri introduces "wellness" through eight different dimensions. Youth and family liaison for EPC Missouri, Grace Chapel, joins Cameron Conner to…
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Missouri 2025 Disaster Victims Await Insurance Checks
Missourians filed more than a quarter of a million insurance claims related to severe weather last year. Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance Director…
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Privacy Scandal and Why Some Car Parts May Be Designed to Fail After the Warranty Ends
When you buy a vehicle, you expect reliability, and you probably assume your personal driving information stays private. Recent developments are raising…
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"A celebration for everyone:" Delmar Loop's Juneteenth Celebration 2026 hopes to be best yet
The Delmar Loop is hosting the “Juneteenth Celebration 2026” on Saturday, June 13. Cameron Conner speaks with event manager Celeste Grayer and the St. Louis…
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Introducing Missourians to America’s Natural Wonders Through “The National Parks Inspiration Guide”
America’s national parks are more than just beautiful vacation destinations. They’re places that inspire awe, reflection, adventure, and a deeper connection to…
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Missouri Association Of Counties Plans Summit As Data Center Discussions Grow
As questions about data center development grow across Missouri communities, county leaders are working to get more answers. Matt Pilger spoke with the…
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Kansas City Planners: International World Cup Chatter Heating Up
Kansas City Convention and Visitors Bureau officials say the World Cup “buzz” is getting louder. Mackenzie Wolters of Visit KC says hotel bookings have been…
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Kansas City gangster history comes alive on immersive Prohibition-era tour
Kansas City’s past isn’t just history on a page; it still echoes through downtown streets, old hotels, and even the walls of Union Station. From bootleggers…
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Busy Week For Missouri Senator Schmitt: Confidence On Iran Deal, Save College Sports Act, And FAA Funding Highlights
Iran negotiations, college athletics, and millions in airport funding are all on the table. Matt Pilger talks with U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt. See Privacy…
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Future Plans Vary As High School Seniors Across Missouri Reach Graduation
Mexico High School college and career readiness advisor, Rebecca Moppin, joins Matt Pilger to address the futures of Missouri graduates. See Privacy Policy at…
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LifeLaunch Missouri provides insight for young adults to achieve independence
LifeLaunch Missouri provides valuable resources to help youth navigate critical transition years as they work toward independence. Grace Chapel, Youth and…